Language is the embodiment of culture and an expression of a
people's way of thinking, feeling and viewing the world. We have an increasing
need to communicate directly with other peoples to achieve mutual understanding.
To learn a new language opens new avenues of thought, new modes of expression
and new models of understanding. The study of foreign languages and literatures
liberates the student from the confines of one culture.

Foreign language majors are encouraged to spend one or both
semesters of their junior year in an exchange program appropriate to their
language focus.

Complete the
second language requirements with four courses in one language from the
following French, German, Japanese, Russian or Spanish courses:****
201--Intermediate--3-4 credits
202--Intermediate--3-4 credits
301--Advanced--3 credits
302--Advanced--3 credits
400-level**--3-6 credits

Language Studies
Students completing this concentration are strongly
encouraged to spend one or two semesters on a study abroad program.

Complete the
following from one language (French, German or Spanish):
201--Intermediate--3-4 credits
202--Intermediate--3-4 credits
301--Advanced--3 credits
302--Advanced--3 credits
431--Studies in the Culture--3 credits
432--Studies of Literature--3 credits

Complete one of
the following emphasis areas:Studies in Culture--German or Spanish
Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours at the 200, 300, or 400-level
through an approved study abroad program for German or Spanish.Studies in Culture--French
Complete a minimum of 12 credits in French approved by
advisor or complete one of the following:
Complete an additional four courses through a study abroad
program in a Francophone country
or complete an additional two courses through a study abroad
program (one semester) and two courses on Francophone culture from the
following:
FREN 434W--La Literature Quebecoise--3 credits
FREN 482W--Selected Topics in French--3 credits
or complete two courses on Francophone culture (from the
courses listed above) and two courses from the following:
HIST 101--Western Civilization (3)
and HIST 102--Western
Civilization (3)--6 credits
HIST 316--Europe since 1945--3 credits
HIST 354--Canadian History to 1867--3 creditsTeaching in German, Spanish, or French

* Student must earn a C grade or better in each course.
** Students may repeat any
400-level language course for credit if the topics vary.
*** 400-level course from another discipline appropriate to the
major language may be accepted if approved by your foreign language advisor.
**** The second language does not satisfy the minor requirements.
Note: In addition to a first and second language, students should
complete a well-defined minor related to their career goals. When choosing a
minor it is highly recommended that students see an advisor as early as
possible.
Note: Recommended background courses: LING 101 and LING 216.
Note: 100-level language courses (which are preparatory to, but
not part of the foreign language degree) may be counted toward fulfillment of
requirements specified under Perspectives on the Human Condition and/or Humanities.
Each language counts as a separate discipline.
Note: A minimum grade of 70 on the Spanish Proficiency Exam (to
be administered on the first day of any class numbered 202-492) is required for
any Spanish class numbered over 201. Students receiving less than 70 will be
placed in SPAN 201.

Minor

Complete the
following:
Foreign language credits at the 100-level or above--3 credits
Foreign language credits at the 200-level or above--12
credits